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SR 12

A RESOLUTION adjourning the Senate in honor and loving memory of James Allen Ewing.

2026 Regular Session Introduced by Max Wise

Ceremonial Senate resolution honoring James Allen Ewing and directing adjournment for the day in his memory.

adopted by voice vote
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Bill Summary · SR 12

Summary of SR 12 (2026RS) — Kentucky Senate

What the bill is

  • Type: Senate Resolution
  • Jurisdiction: Kentucky
  • Session: 2026 Regular Session (2026RS)
  • Title: A RESOLUTION adjourning the Senate in honor and loving memory of James Allen Ewing
  • Sponsor: Senator Max Wise (co-sponsor)

The resolution memorializes and pays tribute to James Allen Ewing and directs the Senate to adjourn in his memory.

Main purpose and intent

  • To express the Senate’s profound sympathy and honor James Allen Ewing upon his passing.
  • To recognize Ewing’s life, personal and professional achievements, and his service to the community.
  • To formally adjourn the Senate for the day in loving memory of Ewing, as a ceremonial gesture of respect.

Key provisions and changes

  • Section 1: Declares the Senate’s deepest sympathy for the loss of James Allen Ewing and extends condolences to his family, friends, and community.
  • Section 2: Requires the Senate to adjourn when it completes its business for the day, in honor and loving memory of Ewing.
  • Section 3: Directs the Clerk of the Senate to transmit a copy of the Resolution to Senator Max Wise for delivery to the family.

Who or what would be affected

  • The Kentucky Senate, its members, staff, and the legislative process for the day the resolution is adopted and observed.
  • James Allen Ewing’s family, friends, and community who are acknowledged in the resolution.
  • The resolution is a ceremonial act and does not create or modify law or policy.

Procedural and timeline aspects

  • Introduction: January 6, 2026 (S) and referred to the Committee on Committees.
  • Floor action: January 12, 2026 (to Senate Floor); adopted by voice vote on April 15, 2026.
  • Effective action: The Senate adjourns for the day in Ewing’s memory as part of Section 2 upon adjournment.
  • Sponsor: Co-sponsored by Senator Max Wise (with Wise listed as the recipient for the family notification in Section 3).

Notable biographical details included (from the bill)

  • Born January 22, 1942, in Green County, Kentucky.
  • Education: Greensburg High School; played varsity basketball at Kentucky Wesleyan College; completed medical school at the University of Louisville.
  • Career: Practiced medicine in Campbellsville, Kentucky, until retirement in 2017; served in the United States Navy after medical school.
  • Community involvement: Engaged in multiple community and professional organizations; enjoyed photography and hunting; valued time with family.
  • Survivors: Brothers Jack and Joe Ewing; children Jimmy, Jennifer, and Jill; grandchildren, great-grandchildren, and other relatives and friends.

Bottom line

SR 12 is a ceremonial Senate resolution honoring James Allen Ewing and directing the Senate to adjourn in his memory for that day. It acknowledges his life, career as a physician and Navy veteran, community involvement, and the impact on family and friends.

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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